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SUPER “L”™

Hydraulic universal testing machines forcritical materials testing up to 3,000 kN.

THE SUPER “L”

Up to 3,000 kNof force appliedby advanced digital control.

For more than a century, Tinius Olsenhas been setting the standards bywhich testing machinery is measured.

The Tinius Olsen Super “L” haslong been recognized as the standardfor accuracy, dependability and versatility in hydraulic universal testingmachines. The many thousands ofSuper “L”s currently in use throughoutthe world attest to this fact.

Now more than ever before, theSuper “L” represents the highest standard in hydraulically powered universal testing machines.

It features a patented dual-pres-sure hydraulic loading system and arugged four-column construction forexceptional load frame rigidity. In addition, it has a new space-savingconsole with a smaller footprintdesign.

Tinius Olsen recently developed anew portable controller and display forbasic manual testing and conveniencefor handheld operation at the loadframe.

Super “L” systems are guaranteedto meet ASTM, ISO, and other nationaland international specifications foraccuracy. Accuracy is within +/- 0.5%of the indicated load from 0.2% to100% of capacity. All equipment usedto calibrate the weighing and indicating systems of the Super “L” is traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

For consistent accuracy and ruggedreliability in testing atcapacities from 30,000 to600,000 lbf (150 to 3,000kN) or more, the TiniusOlsen enhanced Super“L” is still the standard ofexcellence.

Fig. 2. Typical60,000 lbf (300 kN)Super “L” withhandheld controllerand optional computer system.

Fig. 1. Typical60,000 lbf (300 kN)Super “L”.

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Rugged load frame.Four-column construction providesexceptional load frame rigidity.

Modular design.All Super “L”s are furnished with our handheld display terminal formanual control and optionally withclosed loop servo control via a variety of software/hardware options.

Versatile.Suitable for tension, compression,transverse, and other tests on materials and assemblies.

Easy-to-use testingsoftware.Tinius Olsen has a wide variety ofsoftware that can be added to theSuper “L” for data acquisition and forcomputer-assisted control of the test-ing machine (for machines equippedwith the optional servo control).

Testing and crossheadremote control withhandheld controller.For manual control and convenientoperation, each Super “L” includes asstandard a remote handheld controllerwith an LCD and an extended cord. It allows positioning of the adjustablecrosshead, prior to the test, andopening and closing of the optionalhydraulically actuated grips. A portionof the 3-line LCD reads force in eitherlbf, N, or kgf in 10 mm high numbers.In addition to displaying load, it can be optionally equipped withappropriate instrumentation and signal conditioners to display position and strain values. If the positioninstrumentation (high resolutionencoder) and signal conditioningmodule are ordered, the speed will be displayed.

Fig. 4. Super “L” console with handheld controller

and optional computer.

Fig. 3. Handheld controller supplied with every Super “L”.

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Optional servo control.As dependable as the basic manually-controlled Super “L” is, the rate atwhich load is applied is determined bythe operator. Therefore, as an option,the Super “L” can be supplied withclosed-loop servo control capability.This closed-loop control system constantly monitors the test inprogress and regulates the testing rateto maintain the preset conditions. Thisoption enables you to conduct tensile,compression, flexure, and other testsautomatically and ensures consistenttesting control free from operator variability. Proof tests can also be performed automatically as can testsrequiring different control modes (e.g.crosshead speed to start, strain ratethrough yield, and back to crossheadspeed to failure). Also, this valuableclosed-loop servo control upgrade can be added easily to the machine at a later date.

This servo capability can beaccomplished by adding hardware and software options.

CAPACITIES AND CONFIGURATIONS

For most users, the standard Super “L” line:30,000 to 400,000 lbf (150 to 2,000 kN)

For rapid sequence productiontesting, Super “L” Models A and AF:30,000 to 200,000 lbf ( 150 to 1,000 kN);open-front crossheads

For extraordinary testing, high capacity and special purpose Super “L”s:600,000 lbf (3,000 kN) and beyond

Options for all Super “L” models:• Extra-length screws and columns,

with or without an adjustable uppercrosshead, to increase the availabletest space for longer test samples

• Semi-open front crossheads for easier loading of samples

• Hydraulically actuated lever grips toallow rapid loading and unloading of samples

• Accordion-type, non-metallic screwcovers to protect the screws andincrease the life of your system

• Tooling for tension, compression,shear, flexure, and other tests

• Broad range of instrumentation• Low capacity load cells• Tee-slotted table for locating and

securing customized tooling• Controlled temperature cabinets for

temperatures from –300° to 1,000°F (-185° to 535°C)

• Furnaces for temperatures to 2200°F (1200°C)

Fig. 7. Typical120,000 lbf (600 kN)Super “L” with closedcrossheads and rackand pinion grips.

Fig. 6. Typical60,000 lbf (300 kN)Super “L” withoptional computerrunning TiniusOlsen’s TestNavigator software.

Fig. 5. Typical 60,000 lbf (300 kN) Super “L” withhandheld controller.

Fig. 8. Typical 400,000 lbf(2,000 kN) standard Super “L”

load frame with semi-openfront crossheads.

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lbf 30,000 60,000 120,000 200,000 300,000 400,000kN 150 300 600 1,000 1,500 2,000kgf 15,000 30,000 60,000 100,000 150,000 200,000

Strokein 6 6 6 9 9 9mm 152 152 152 229 229 229

Testing Speedsin/min 0-3 0-3 0-3 0-3 0-3 0-3mm/min 0-76 0-76 0-76 0-76 0-76 0-76

AdjustableCrosshead Speedin/min 20 20 12 12 12 12mm/min 508 508 305 305 305 305

ClearanceBetween Screws7in 14 14 20 22 24 24mm 356 356 508 556 610 610

StandardOpeningin 29 29 36 42 46.25 46.25mm 737 737 914 1067 1175 1175

CrossheadThicknessin 3.5 3.5 5.5 8 8.5 8.5mm 89 89 140 203 216 216

Grip GuardThicknessin 1 1 2.75 2.75 4.5 4.5mm 25 25 70 70 114 114

Lever Heightin — — — 8.75 8.75 8.75mm — — — 222 222 222

Width3in 29 29 30 34 37 37mm 737 737 762 864 940 940

Depth3in 19 19 25 26 33.5 33.5mm 483 483 635 660 851 851

Height 2, 4in 72.5 72.5 77 90.125 96.25 96.25mm 1842 1842 1956 2289 2445 2445

Netlbs 2600 2600 4700 9000 12,000 12,000kg 1180 1180 2132 4082 5444 5444

Grosslbs 3100 3100 5700 9900 13,300 13,300kg 1406 1406 2586 4490 6034 6034

Max.-TLRack & Pinionin 24 24 32 34 38 38mm 610 610 813 837 965 965

Max.-TLLever Gripsin — — — 30 32 32mm — — — 762 813 813

Widthin 2 2 2.5 3 3.5 3.5mm 51 51 64 76 89 89

Thicknessin 1 1 1.75 2.125 2.125 2.125mm 25 25 44 54 54 54

Diameterin 1.125 1.125 2.25 2.375 2.625 2.625mm 29 29 57 60 67 67

Max.-CHRack & Pinionin 22 22 24 28 32 32mm 559 559 610 711 813 813

Max.-CHLever Gripsin — — — 30 36 36mm — — — 762 914 914

MACHINESPECIFICATIONS

LOAD FRAMEDIMENSIONS1

CAPACITY

MODEL 30 60 120 200 6 300 6 400 6

NOMINALMAXIMUMSPECIMENSIZES 2

MACHINEWEIGHT1

CompressionHeight

TensionLength5

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

(E)

(F)

(G)

(H)

Standard Super “L” UTMsConsole Dimensions

MODEL 30 60 120 200 300 400

Width in 36 48mm 915 1219

Depthin 31 31mm 788 788

Heightin 40 40mm 1016 1016

Fig. 9. Schematic of load frame. Referto table at left for actual dimensions.

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Notes:1. Approximate 2. Additional height clearances can be provided 3. Dimensionof footprint base; overall dimensions willdepend on options selected 4. Add D or E as applicable and add stroke 5. With fullstroke remaining 6. These machines can be floor- or pit-mounted to meet customertesting requirements; pit mounting mayrequire additional components 7. If widerclearance is required, please consult factory8. Load measurement meets or surpassesthe following standards: ASTM E4, BS 1610,DIN 51221, EN 10002-2 and ISO 7500-1 9. Strain measurement meets or surpassesthe following standards: ASTM E83, BS3846, ISO 10002-4 and ISO 9513 10. Thesesystems conform to all relevant Europeandirectives and carry a CE mark 11. Specifications subject to change without notice

A complete family of Tinius Olsen testing software that moves monitoring, control, and reporting to your desktop.

To further enhance the data acquisi-tion and analysis capabilities of theSuper “L” and to add optional closed-loop servo control, TiniusOlsen offers a variety of Windows-based software packages. Each version features multiple levels offunctionality and extensive flexibility— you can customize the parametersyou use to collect and documentdata, as well as control your machine.A built-in Wizard simplifies tasks byserving as an intuitive guide for thecreation and modification of test settings.

From the simplicity of plotting acurve to the sophisticated creation oftest results using your own formulas,Tinius Olsen has a Super “L” softwarepackage that can address your needs.

Windows is a registered trademark ofMicrosoft Corporation.

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Tinius Olsen has grips, fixtures,frames, crossheads, columns, and special purpose Super “L”sfor most requirements.

Tinius Olsen can supply a Super “L”structured to handle nearly any sample. The keys are grips and fixtures properly fitted to hold yoursample, as well as accessiblecrosshead and column designs thatenable easy sample loading.

Grips• Crank-operated rack and pinion

type wedge grips with flat and/orvee gripping faces for all closedcrosshead Super “L”s

• Manually operated lever-type gripsfor standard or deluxe Super “L”s(1,000 kN/200,000 lbf to 2,000kN/400,000 lbf) with optional semi-open front crossheads

• Hydraulically operated lever typegrips for semi-open and fully-openfront crossheads

• Additional external grips for testingflats, rounds, headed and threadedspecimens, fasteners, and manyother types of products and materials

Crosshead Options• Adjustable• Closed• Semi-open front• Fully-open front

Columns and ScrewsColumns and screws can be length-ened and crossheads can be madeadjustable to meet your specificrequirements. If we don’t have anexisting design that meets your testing needs (very unlikely given that we’ve been developing solutionssince 1880), we will develop a customconfiguration that addresses themprecisely.

TAILORED TESTING

Fig. 16. 120,000 lbf (600 kN)Super “L” with fully opencrosshead, hydraulically

actuated grips and adjustablecrosshead and columns.

Fig. 14. Standard 60,000 lbf(300 kN) Super “L”.

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Fig. 15. Typical semi-openfront crossheads with manual lever grips.

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World Headquarters:1065 Easton RoadHorsham, PA 19044 USA(215) 675-7100 Fax (215) 441-0899www.TiniusOlsen.com info@TiniusOlsen.com

European Headquarters:6 Perrywood Business ParkHoneycrock Lane, SalfordsRedhill, Surrey RH1 5DZ England++44 (0) 1737 765001 Fax ++44 (0) 1737 764768

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SERVICE/SUPPORTEvery testing machine we make comeswith responsive customer service and expert technical support madepossible by our industry leadershipextending back to 1880. You’re not justgetting a piece of equipment, you’releveraging an unrivaled materials testing knowledge base and committed service team.

SERVICE/SUPPORT

Tinius Olsen’s calibration service isA2LA accredited as meeting therequirements of ISO/IEC 17025

(equivalent to the relevant requirementsof ISO 9002-1994) and ANSI/NCSL Z540-1-1994. Calibrations can be performed tothe following ASTM & ISO specifications:

E4, E10, E18, E23, E384, E1012, D256,D648, D747, D1238, D1525, and ISO 75,179, 180, 306, and 1133. Also OlsenDisplacement Verification on UniversalTesting Machines (Crosshead Position),Rate Verification — Load, Strain, Position,or Crosshead.

The calibration service ofTinius Olsen’s European division is UKAS accreditedas meeting the requirementsof: ISO/IEC 17025; EuropeanStandards EN 45011, EN45012, and EN 45013; ISO/IEC Guide 66:1999; EN 45012; EU Council Regulation No.761/2001; ISO/IEC 17020 and EN 45004;European Standard EN 45503: 1996; andISO/IEC Guide 43-1: 1997.

We are also able to verify a variety ofother manufacturers’ tensile, compression,and hardness equipment, which translatesinto one source for all your certificationneeds.

TIME TESTEDThe first universal testing

machine was the inspiration

of Tinius Olsen, an inventor

passionate about finding

new ways to test the limits

of materials. By 1880, he

had proven and patented

enough of his revolutionary

ideas and designs to create an entire line of testing

machines and launch his own company.

Today, Tinius Olsen is still family-owned but has long

since emerged as a global leader in the manufacture of

materials testing equipment. With the emergence and

growth of new materials,

from engineered plastics to

advanced composites, our

product line has expanded

concurrently. Likewise our A2LA

and UKAS accredited technical

teams that support an ever-

growing worldwide customer

base. Tinius Olsen is an

essential resource for anyone

with materials to test.